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January 23, 2013

Felting

I have a bit of a Wednesday ritual. After I drop Henry off at school, I drive to the next town and drop off Kate & Charlie. I have exactly 2 hours & 20 minutes twice a week all to myself. It's pretty heavenly. Its a 20 minute drive to my nearest Salvation Army which has a "family day" sale every Wednesday where all clothes & shoes are 1/2 off. They have a pretty amazing selection of wool sweaters so I spend a majority of my time rummaging through those. Today I decided not to hit Sally's (as the locals call it) and instead start cutting up all those sweaters I've felted. It feels good to be making things again even if it's just something small. The mantle was so bare after Christmas came down that is just needed a little something and I think this is just the thing. On a side note, that sculpted lady in the center was made by one of Chris' friends and given to us for our wedding present nearly 15 years ago. It's one of my all time favorite things.
I made a Valentine banner too and cut out entirely too many circles, so I've put the extra garlands in the shop. I have just enough materials to make 3 of each, if you are interested. Hope you are staying warm. It was a balmy 10 degrees here today. It's soup and bread for dinner tonight (bread that's been trying to rise for hours!)